Arsenal transfer latest: Gunners to move for striker and miss out on youngster?

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11th December 2013,2:27 pm

Updated: 30th May 2018,3:41 am

Arsenal head into the festive period top of the table and with the second half of the season slowly coming into focus, the Gunners will be looking to kick on in their quest for a first league title for almost ten years.

Arsene Wenger has been coy about potential January transfer activity, but if his approach to the summer window is anything to go by, then he may well have a surprise up his sleeve this winter.

While many will question whether the Gunners really need to make additions in January, the league leaders could only benefit from the arrival of one of two faces.

As such, media speculation has been rife as to who could turn up at the Emirates and talkSPORT brings you the latest mutterings.

Click the arrow on the right for a round-up of who could join in January.

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Dimitar Berbatov – Fulham – Click the arrow for more Arsenal transfer gossip – Although Arsene Wenger appears reticent to admit it, Arsenal could do with additional options in attack when the January window reopens. Olivier Giroud has put in a herculean effort this season, having made 22 appearances in all competitions so far, but should the Frenchman get injured, then Arsenal will be left bare in attack. Alternative strikers is surely a must, and according to ESPN Arsenal could turn to Dimitar Berbatov to alleviate such concerns. The Bulgarian has reportedly made it clear that his future lays elsewhere, and would certainly offer Arsenal something else in the second-half of the season.

Hakan Calhanoglu – Hamburg – Click the arrow for more – Arsenal have had good success in recruiting from Germany and they could add another Bundesliga face to their ranks in January. As reported on talkSPORT, the Gunners are considering a move for Hamburg midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, with the 19-year-olds representatives claiming that Arsenal are preparing a formal bid. The Turkish international has been likened to Mesut Ozil, which is never a bad thing, but with Arsenal boasting a wealth of midfielders, perhaps they should look to strengthen other areas.

Edin Dzeko – Man City – Click the arrow for more – Should Arsene Wenger decided to delve into the market for a striker in January, then one man he should definitely keep an eye on is Edin Dzeko. As reported by the Daily Star, the Bosnian has been tipped to leave Man City in the near future by his international team-mate Miralem Pjanic who pointed towards the strikers lack of game time at the Etihad as a problem. Dzekos experience and quality at Premier League level is well documented and he would undoubtedly make an impact at the Emirates. But would City sell to a title rival? Doubtful.

Davy Klaassen – Ajax – Click the arrow for more – Arsenal boast one of the worlds best scouting networks, so it should be no surprise when they unearth a new diamond in the rough. However, as uttered by the Independent, the Gunners may move for a gem of a midfielder in the form of Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen. The Dutchman recently starred in a 4-0 Eredivisie victory, scoring an impressive hat-trick in the process and could find himself the subject of a bid in January. Strong and very technically gifted, he has been compared to Arsenal and Netherlands great Dennis Bergkamp.

Juan Cuadrado – Fiorentina – Click the arrow for more – For a club that boasts such a depth of talent in midfield, Arsenal sure get linked with a lot of midfielders. One of the latest to be touted for a move to the Emirates is Fiorentinas Juan Cuadrado. The Colombian has been in fine form this season for La Viola, and as such has caught the eye of Europes giants. As reported by the Metro, Arsenal could move for him in January, although the 25-year-old has admitted he is settled in Italy.

Tonny Sanabria – Barcelona – Click the arrow for more – One player who seemingly doesnt look like moving to Arsenal though is Barcelona starlet Tonny Sanabria. Arsenals interest in the 17-year-old is common knowledge, but as reported on talkSPORT, while the player is open to a move to England, it looks likely that he will instead switch to Italian giants AS Roma when the window re-opens.